New Orleans Hornets superstar point guard Chris Paul, speaking during a break at his basketball camp Tuesday at Tulane, said he has mixed emotions about the Hornets trading Tyson Chandler to the Charlotte Bobcats for Emeka Okafor.

"I'm missing a great friend," Paul said. "A brother. TC was my man. Not just during the basketball season; his wife, his kids, his in-laws, he was somebody I could talk to about anything and he made me a better player."

But Paul said "it's over and done with now. I'm excited by Emeka getting here. ... He brings that shot-blocking presence and he's got the ability to make post moves."

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On his twitter page, Hornets guard Rasual Butler said: "I know we got a new edition to the team! we will miss Tyson! I personally will! but it is a business and we welcome Emeka."